NL report: Phillies' Ruiz hopes for September return

All-Star C Carlos Ruiz, who was having a career year when he was injured, expects to return by early September after being placed on the disabled list two weeks ago with plantar fasciitis in his left foot.

Kansas City Royals

2B Chris Getz is expected to miss the rest of the season with a broken left thumb. He was injured in the fifth inning Friday when he tried to bunt against the White Sox.

St. Louis Cardinals

All-Star C Yadier Molina missed his third start because of back tightness, but the player and team anticipate he might be back by the end of the weekend.

Washington Nationals

The team activated All-Star SS Ian Desmond, out since July 22 with a left oblique strain, from the 15-day disabled list and designated IF Cesar Izturis for assignment.

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